BB Podcast Episode 66: Lily Roden
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Lily Roden | image: Mirelle Carmichael Photography
Today we’re visiting with Lily Roden, owner of Lily Roden Floral Design in Southern California to discuss:
- why she turned to flowers in a time of struggle
- the reason she didn’t initially embrace her creative side
- the story of her family’s move to the US from El Salvador
- the impact working with flowers had on her mental health
- learning through freelancing
- her advice to other designers looking for freelance opportunities
- the process of re-branding her business
- flowering during the pandemic
- the motivation behind the philanthropy she embraces as a business owner
- her desire to connect with other Latina creatives and see their work showcased in their respective industries
- the challenges she experienced as a creative immigrant
Flowers above + below: Lily Roden Floral Design | Image: Alison Brynn Photography
LINKS MENTIONED IN EPISODE 66:
- University of California Berkeley
- Janelle Thomson | Lavenders Flowers
- LVL Weddings & Events
- Bows + Arrows
- The Nouveau Romantics
- Lewis Miller Design
Bouquet: Lily Roden Floral Design | Image: Hello Blue Photo
SEE MORE FROM Lily Roden Floral Design HERE:
Website | Instagram | Pinterest | Facebook
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Co-Hosts: Amy McGee (Botanical Brouhaha) + Maggie Bailey (Bramble & Bee)
BB Podcast Sound Engineer: Landon McGee
If you enjoyed our chat with Lily, you might also enjoy our interview with Lucia Milan. Click here to listen.
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I love listening to your podcast-always but this one with Lily Roden was by far my favorite. Amy, thank you for being vulnerable and bringing the “anti-immigrant” sentiment to the forefront and wearing your heart on your sleeve. I am a fierce advocate for diversity in our nation and championing the cause of immigrants making our nation a better place. I live in Idaho where there basically is no diversity- I long for less of a “whitebread” nation!